IRCTC Aadhaar Linking: Now you will have to link Aadhaar with IRCTC account for Tatkal ticket, know how to link

Now it is necessary to link IRCTC account with Aadhaar for Tatkal ticket booking. This not only helps in ticket booking but also keeps the account safe. Complete the process of Aadhaar linking as soon as possible before any journey, so that there is no problem at the time of Tatkal

Now it has become easier to get Tatkal tickets in trains because the government has changed its rules. But for this it is necessary that your IRCTC account is linked to Aadhaar number. This will double the booking limit for large families or regular passengers and will also stop fraud. Know the whole process and its benefits.

New rules for Tatkal ticket booking

From July 1, 2025, Tatkal tickets will be available only to those passengers whose IRCTC account is linked and verified with Aadhaar.

Online (IRCTC website/app), offline (counter/agent)—OTP based Aadhaar authentication has become mandatory everywhere.

Why is Aadhaar linking necessary?

Ban on fake booking and agent misuse: The aim of the new rule is to stop the malpractices of ticket brokers and give priority to the right passengers.

Fast ticket booking: After creating a master passenger list, there will be no hassle of filling passenger details at the time of instant ticket booking, the chances will increase.

24 tickets per month from one account: Now if all the passengers are Aadhaar verified, then 24 tickets can be booked from one IRCTC account instead of the earlier 12.

Step-by-step process to link Aadhaar

Open IRCTC website www.irctc.co.in/ RailOne app

Login to your account with your username and password

Go to ‘My Profile’ or ‘Profile’ section

Select ‘Aadhaar KYC’ or ‘Link Aadhaar’ option

Enter your full name (as written on Aadhaar card) and 12-digit Aadhaar number

Consent box (tick)

Click on “Send OTP”/ “Verify Details”

Enter the OTP received on the mobile number linked to Aadhaar in the website/app

After entering the OTP, press the “Update” or “Submit” button

Aadhaar linking is complete as soon as the success message appears.

Tatkal will save time in booking

The Tatkal window opens for a very short time, so due to the master passenger list verified by Aadhaar, only the name has to be selected. There is no need to fill any form for this.

This increases the chances of booking tickets for the right passengers manifold.

Helps prevent ticket fraud or forgery.

Automated refund and identification – without delay.

E-transparency and faster service – overall more reliable rail service to passengers.

Is Aadhaar linking mandatory for Tatkal?

Yes, it is mandatory now. You can also link Aadhaar from the IRCTC app but this process is most convenient on the website.

What if OTP does not come?

Make sure to update your Aadhaar linked mobile number from the UIDAI website / Aadhaar center.

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